Cebu → Calbayog · SeaCat
Cebu Pier 1 (CEB) → Calbayog Port (CBY)
Through fastcraft Cebu–Calbayog via Naval. Note: SeaCat's Cebu–Catbalogan (via Naval) service is temporarily suspended as of April 2026.
About this crossing
SeaCat runs the Cebu to Calbayog crossing on a fast catamaran, taking about 5 hr 30 min over 165 km of open water. There are 7 sailings a week, with passenger fares from ₱2,690. 3 operators share this corridor, so it pays to compare times before booking.
Arrive at Cebu Pier 1 at least 45–60 minutes before departure — check-in for fastcraft closes around 30 minutes out. Terminal fee at Cebu is ₱25, paid separately at the port. The crossing can be bumpy in the habagat season (June–October); take the rear seats if you get seasick.
SeaCat sailing schedule
| Departs | Arrives | Days | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06:15 | 11:30 | Daily | — |
Check-in closes 30 min before departure (fastcraft) / 2 hrs (overnight). Vehicles: 1–5 hrs before.
SeaCat passenger fares (PHP)
| Class | Adult | Student | Senior / PWD | Child 3–7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist | ₱2,690 | ₱2,152 | ₱2,152 | ₱1,345 |
Discounts require a valid ID. Terminal fee is paid separately at the port (₱25 at Cebu).
Cebu to Calbayog ferry — common questions
How long is the ferry from Cebu to Calbayog?
The SeaCat crossing takes about 5 hr 30 min over 165 km.
How much is the Cebu to Calbayog ferry?
Passenger fares start at ₱2,690 one-way with SeaCat. Student, senior/PWD and child discounts apply with a valid ID; terminal fee is paid at the port.
How often does the Cebu to Calbayog ferry run?
SeaCat sails this route about 7 times a week. See the timetable above for exact departure days and times.
Where do I book Cebu to Calbayog ferry tickets?
Book directly with SeaCat (www.seacat.ph) or compare options on 12Go. Philippines Ferry tracks schedules and fares but does not sell tickets.
Operators change times and fares at short notice. Confirm with the operator before you travel · how we source data
Related ferry routes
Ports on this route
Cebu Pier 1
Cebu City, Cebu · terminal ₱25
Calbayog Port
Calbayog City, Samar · terminal ₱15
Other operators, same corridor
Kho Shipping10 hrsCokaliong11 hrsOperator contact
SeaCat by Grand Ferries
+63 (32) 520-6540
www.seacat.phCebu to Calbayog with SeaCat: route facts and return trip
SeaCat runs the Cebu to Calbayog ferry between Cebu and Calbayog (Samar) on fastcraft. The SeaCat Cebu to Calbayog trip takes about 5 hr 30 min, covering roughly 165 km. Kho Shipping and Cokaliong also sail the same Cebu to Calbayog route; compare them on the Cebu to Calbayog ferry page.
Cebu to Calbayog is also a crossing from Cebu Island to Samar Island, within the Visayas. The Cebu Pier 1 to Calbayog Port sailing leaves from Cebu Pier 1 and arrives at Calbayog Port.
Going back? The Calbayog to Cebu ferry is the return trip, a crossing from Samar Island to Cebu Island. Calbayog to Cebu departure times can differ from the Cebu to Calbayog times, so check the Calbayog to Cebu sailings before you book a round trip. Check current ferry cancellations and sea conditions before you travel, because sailings can be suspended during typhoons or when the Coast Guard raises a gale warning.
Other ferries from Cebu include Cebu to Bohol (Tagbilaran), Cebu to Tubigon, Cebu to Ormoc, and Cebu to Palompon. Other ferries to Calbayog include Masbate to Calbayog and Naval to Calbayog.